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Southwestern Shepherd's Pie

Name: Southwestern Shepherd's Pie
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 small green bell pepper, diced; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon chopped green jalapeño; 1 pound ground beef; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Salt and pepper, to taste; 2 cups tomatoes, chopped; 1/2 cup cooked corn; 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1 1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks; 2 tablespoons butter; 1/2 cup milk

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1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring, for 10 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeño; cook for 2 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high; add beef and brown for 5 minutes.
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2. Add tomato paste and spices; cook, stirring, for 2 minutes. Add tomatoes; simmer until liquid reduces, 15 minutes. Add corn, beans, and 4 tablespoons cilantro. Spoon into a 9x9-inch baking dish.
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3. Place sweet potatoes in a saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Drain; mash with butter and milk. Spread mash over the meat mixture. Bake in a 400°F oven until brown, 30 minutes. Garnish with more cilantro.

Recipes sourced from Epicurious.com.

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